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The Navy SEAL Museum will offer an up-close look at their canines, some of the best trained and intrepid military dogs in the world. The event takes place Feb. 24 at the museum.

The presentation is part of the museum’s monthly Frogman Foundry event and will mark the second installment where the public is allowed a close-up look at the museum’s military dogs.

The event is recommended for children ages 10 to 15 and their families, the Frogman Foundry Saturday workshops are structured to emphasize the importance of leadership, discipline, commitment, and character.

A child-friendly facility, the Navy SEAL Museum promotes family fun, and as a history museum, remains committed to educating the public about the heritage of the Navy SEALs.

The canine presentation will feature Raven, a 2-year-old Belgian Malinois who is the museum’s resident star. Raven will be joined by Hera, an 11-month-old Dutch Shepard, and the newest member of the Museum Canine Team, Finn, a 7-month-old Belgian Malinois, still in training.

Raven, a skilled military dog, and his handler, Phil Ryan, have spent weeks together at Baden K-9 and Tactical School in Ontario, Canada, perfecting their training and becoming an expertly functioning tactical team.

Baden breeds and trains working dogs for military, law enforcement, special needs, and other unique clientele. The Baden K-9 facility provides stable, confident dogs from a long lineage of trusted genetics.

These dogs are put through intense instruction and exercises in order to create the disciplined, combat-ready dogs that are a part of the U.S. military.

The professional men and women who train military dogs will also be there to show off their dog’s skills. They will offer tips to dog owners, and recount the exploits of these highly-trained, intelligent animals, giving insights that only these canine experts can offer.

Visitors will also have a unique opportunity to speak to the men who served in Special Naval Warfare and to hear firsthand stories related to their careers and operations. Additionally, attendees can enjoy an up-close look at some of the historic artifacts in the Museum.

The National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum is located at 3300 Hwy. A1A in Fort Pierce. For more information contact Elaine Ryan at 858-245-8872.